From Panama to Peru, amid the tropical forests, the Anthurium crystallinum is a native of South America. Its heart-shaped leaves with whitish-yellow veins—an eye-catching contrast to the emerald green leaf color—are its defining characteristic. Bright, indirect light is ideal for both the dark version and the regular Anthurium crystallinum. Replicating this lighting environment is essential for these plants to flourish because they are native to the dappled shade of the rainforest canopy. In order to prevent leaf burn, keep your Anthurium out of direct sunlight. To avoid root rot, anthurium crystallinum needs a potting mix with good drainage, so take care not to overwater. In order to prevent the plant from ever sitting in standing water, let the top inch of the soil dry out between waterings.